Policy and advocacy
Eurocities advocacy efforts reflect positions agreed through our member cities. Cities are where EU policy becomes reality. Read our latest policy positions below to find out how we transform broader ambitions into urban action for a new sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future.
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Eurocities Policy Briefing – The Role of Cities in Achieving the SDGs
The report highlights that no goal is on track to be achieved by 2030, with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), SDG 15 (Life on Land) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) particularly off track.
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From EU Policy to Local Action – Building commitment for sustainable Urban Food Systems
The Urban Agenda for the EU Food Partnership has released a new policy statement calling on EU leaders to fully recognise cities as key actors in building fair, sustainable and resilient food systems.
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Eurocities proposals for the future of European Capitals of Culture
Eurocities’ January 2026 submission to the Commission’s call for evidence sets recommendations to strengthen the European Capital of Culture action, based on members’ experience and city input.
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Cities addressing the housing crisis: Innovative and integrated approaches
This thematic report takes a look at how cities across Europe address rising housing costs through innovative governance, financing, and urban planning solutions.
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Mental health is under the local spotlight
What can cities do to address mental health issues? A lot. From Helsinki to Cluj-Napoca to Milan, municipalities are taking decisive action to support the wellbeing of urban communities..
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Gender equality lessons from cities
Eurocities publishes a report mapping cities’ existing policy measures that align with the European Pillar of Social Rights principles, including gender equality.
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How can cities ensure resilient labour markets?
The Covid-19 outbreak altered the patterns of the world of work and had a strong social economic impact at local level. Cities have designed emergency responses to support job retention, as well as long term measures for an inclusive and fast recovery.
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City actions and policy response to social and economic impacts of COVID-19
Eurocities has compiled two overviews of COVID-19 responses by cities – on policy responses to mitigate the socio-economic effects of the COVID-19 crisis, and cities actions on emergency measures and adapting social services.
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EU 2030: Paving the way to climate neutrality
In a new position paper on the ‘EU 2030 target plans’ Eurocities sets out that the European Green Deal should remain at the core of the EU’s political ambition and at the heart of the continent’s COVID-19 response.
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EU 2030: Paving the way to climate neutrality
In our position paper on the ‘EU 2030 target plans’, Eurocities sets out that the European Green Deal should remain at the core of the EU’s political ambition and at the heart of the continent’s COVID-19 response.
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